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You recognize when your kids are over-stimulated and primed for the Mother-Of-All-Tantrums. Keep an eye on your dog for similar signs. Is she very wide-eyed and panting rapidly? Constantly circling the children, or even bumping them with her head or shoulder? Jumping up and grabbing at sleeves? Use diplomacy and re-directing skills to turn the dog’s attention away from the kids and back to you. Put the leash on the dog and allow her to watch the kids play a game she would normally interrupt. When she tries to get in the middle, just say, “Come” and bend your knees, extend your hand outward holding a tasty treat, and take two steps backward. This body language is a clear invitation to your dog to come straight to you. Offer the prize and praise the dog. You have successfully rehearsed the dog to perform a preferred behavior, and turned the dog’s focus back to you. With practice, you’ll soon see your dog glance over her shoulder at you instead of going to the kids.
Training tip provided by:
Amy Robinson Dog Training
Amy Robinson, CPDT
Vero Beach, Florida 32963
(772) 696-2032
Email: amy@droolschool.com
Website: www.droolschool.com
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